Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance
93.9 ★
88.7
Camera
100.0 ★
78.0
Battery
88.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
94.3 ★
86.9
Overall
93.7 ★
83.0
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.9/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
94.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.7/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.80"
6.30"
Display Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1440x3088
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
GPU
Adreno 740
Xclipse 960
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
512 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 M
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Super Steady video, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4300 mAh
Charging
Fast battery 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
Fast battery 25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min, 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight
233g
167g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Green, Phantom Black, Lavender, Cream, Lime, Sky Blue, Graphite, Red,
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13
Android 16
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.7/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S26 puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.0/100. However, Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 93.7/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 94.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value at PKR 319,999 with a value score of 1.2.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra costs PKR 389,999 while Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 319,999. The price difference is PKR 70,000.
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